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What Are Acne Pads?
Acne is a common skin problem that can affect people of all ages. It occurs when your hair follicles or skin pores become clogged with oil and dead cells.1 Acne types include pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads, which can be a cosmetic concern for many. Acne can be mild or severe. It may occur due to […]
How to Catch Skin Cancer Early
Doctors track the progression of cancer using a numbering system. Early-stage skin cancer, specifically melanoma, is either Stage 0 or Stage I. Stage 0 melanoma is present only in the outermost skin layer. Stage I melanoma has penetrated the second skin layer but remains less than 1 mm deep.1 These early-stage skin cancers are typically […]
How to treat Perioral Dermatitis
Perioral dermatitis is a rash around your mouth that can spread to the areas around your nose and eyes. It most often affects women between the ages of 25 and 45 and can cause painful burning and itching. Perioral dermatitis is easily mistaken for acne, but it is an entirely different condition that needs specific […]
Benefits of Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery is used to treat the most common types of skin cancer. Your doctor will perform the procedure in stages, cutting away sections of your skin and then examining them. This allows them to remove all cancerous regions while keeping your healthy skin intact. If you suspect you have skin cancer on your scalp, […]
What Are The Symptoms Of Skin Cancer?
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and good skin health is vital for overall health.1 Itchiness can be a sign of something simple like a rash or dry skin, or it may be a warning bell for skin cancer. Read on to learn everything you need to know about what skin cancer […]
How to Check for Skin Cancer Spots
Worried you might have skin cancer spots? You’re not alone. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer nationwide. More than a million Americans live with melanoma, one of the most common forms of skin cancer, and an estimated 20% of Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetimes. Cancer is always scary, but […]
Autoimmune Progesterone Dermatitis Symptoms
Many women experience a variety of PMS symptoms ranging from bloating to back pain to painful skin rashes. They can vary from month to month and might even feel random. When it comes to experiencing PMS symptoms, however, not all are created equal, and you are not alone. Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis is a rare skin […]
What Is Spongiotic Dermatitis?
Dermatitis is a broad term used to describe swelling or irritation of the skin. When this swelling is triggered by an allergic reaction that causes fluid to build up in the skin, it is called spongiotic dermatitis.1 What Is Spongiotic Dermatitis? Spongiotic dermatitis is an ailment of the skin that may occur on its own or […]
What Causes Fungal Acne?
Acne is a common problem. Many teenagers and young adults experience traditional acne, which is caused by a combination of excess skin oil and the bacteria p. acnes. Modern skin care treatments can help most people treat this form of acne, but some experience frustrating, reoccurring breakouts that nothing seems to fix. If you’re one […]